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Creamy Herb Chicken Thighs with Carrots & Mash First Image

Creamy Chicken Thighs with Mashed Potatoes


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting dish featuring seared chicken thighs in a creamy sauce served over mashed Yukon gold potatoes.


Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet and sear the thighs, skin-side down, until golden and crisp. Flip and cook for a few more minutes, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped carrots and cook for 5 minutes to begin softening.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Return chicken thighs to the pan and simmer gently until cooked through and carrots are tender.
  4. While the chicken cooks, boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain, then mash with butter and a splash of cream or milk. Season to taste with salt.
  5. To serve, spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, top with chicken and carrots, and drizzle with the creamy herb sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh herbs for added flavor.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast if preferred.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with mashed potatoes
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg